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It's a hard choice between my 3970 and the 2499.
Especially the second series 3970R. An absolutely gorgeous watch often overlooked and undervalued by collectors. The resemblance to the 2499 is amazing. I often wonder how much the 3970 second series would be if they had made just a handful. No other watch feels more like true Patek Philippe than a 3970. Trust me.
Collection
Curate a 2-watch Patek Philippe collection under $1M. Collectors debate versatility, value, and personal favorites for a comprehensive duo.
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Collection
Explore Patek Philippe perpetual calendar chronographs. Collectors share why they chose their 3970, 5970, and 5270 models, offering insights on design, value, and personal preference.
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Discussion
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Reference Guide
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Manufacture
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Discussion
Explore how Patek Philippe's modern watches like the 5070 chronograph are deeply rooted in historical references, shaping their character and perceived status.
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It's a hard choice between my 3970 and the 2499.
Especially the second series 3970R. An absolutely gorgeous watch often overlooked and undervalued by collectors. The resemblance to the 2499 is amazing. I often wonder how much the 3970 second series would be if they had made just a handful. No other watc...
Hard choices
Side by side they are a sight to behold beautiful , elegant. You sir have got good taste , thanks for sharing. Cheers geross
Agreed.
To me, an early (1st or 2nd series) 3970 or 3971 is the most beautiful, iconic complicated PP ever made.
how much …
look at the 5020 and you have an answer 5020 is rare and expensive but it's nothing more than a 3970 in another case 3970 must be the most cheap complicated Patek available, if they made it in the size I prefer I would go for it but I can't give that much...
Superb! It is always nice to have ...
options :-) I share your sentiments regarding the 3970, but I am happy that they made "that much". It is one of the very few complicated pieces from PP that is still available (even when not new) for a wider group of connoisseurs. Cheers, Oliver
I see in one Patek all Pateks and in all Pateks one Patek
To me they are all the same: beautiful. Best Moritz
Two beauties side by side
Thanks for sharing with us such iconic pieces. As someone earlier mentioned the 3970 2nd series gives us ordinary folk a chance to own something so special yet doesn't cost our entire fortune.